Knaresboro Avenue is in Blackpool and in Blackpool district. FY3 9QW is located in the Marton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blackpool South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Knaresboro Avenue, Blackpool, FY3 9QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY3 9RW, FY3 9QL, FY3 9RR, FY3 9QH, FY3 9RP, FY3 9QP, FY3 9QQ, FY3 9RG, FY3 9QJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding FY3 9QW has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 47.2% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 47.9% | 52.8% | 4.9% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.1% | 42% | 10.9% | 37.9% | 4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.3% | 42% | -9.3% | 44.2% | -2.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 3.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 9.1% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 3% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.1% | 42.9% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 33.9% | -4.5% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 17% | 6.4% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 5.2% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.1% | 17.5% | -8.6% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 13.2% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 21.4% | 5.0% | 13.4% | 8.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 7.3% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 17.9% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 21.4% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.3% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.8% | 92.4% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 11.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.8% | 96.5% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 1.7% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 96.5% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 52.1% | 46.2% | 5.9% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Knaresboro Avenue was 103.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.2% lower than the Marton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Knaresboro Avenue has the 12th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Marton and the 235th lowest crime rate of 494 local areas in Blackpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 34.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Knaresboro Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2025-02-03 | £123,791 |
| 41 Knaresboro Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2025-01-20 | £146,286 |
| 11 Knaresboro Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £91,000 | 2024-09-13 | £91,807 |
| 15 Knaresboro Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £163,500 | 2024-05-17 | £172,959 |
| 1 Knaresboro Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2023-12-05 | £120,041 |
FY3 9QW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Other | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Vianney's Catholic Primary School Glastonbury Avenue , FY1 6RD | 3out of 4 | 558 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Baines' Endowed Church of England Primary Academy Penrose Avenue , Marton FY4 4DJ | 3out of 4 | 904 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Primary School Wordsworth Avenue , FY3 9UT | 3out of 4 | 1,079 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterloo Primary Academy Waterloo Road , FY4 3AG | 3out of 4 | 1,248 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Revoe Learning Academy Grasmere Road , FY1 5HP | 3out of 4 | 1,440 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George's School A Church of England Academy Cherry Tree Road , Marton FY4 4PH | 3out of 4 | 1,317 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Shore Academy St Anne's Road , FY4 2AR | 2out of 4 | 1,993 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Academy St Walburga's Road , FY3 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 2,344 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Leadership Academy Highfield Road , FY4 3JZ | 1out of 4 | 2,439 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackpool Aspire Academy Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | 3out of 4 | 3,612 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 3,976 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armfield Academy 488 Lytham Road , FY4 1TL | - not rated | 2,838 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Unity Academy Blackpool Warbreck Hill Road , FY2 0TS | 3out of 4 | 3,644 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Educational Diversity 278a Whitegate Drive , FY3 9JW | 3out of 4 | 461 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Community Academy 158 Whitegate Drive , FY3 9HF | 4out of 4 | 814 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Whitegate Drive , FY3 9HF | 3out of 4 | 862 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lotus School Langdale Road , FY4 4RR | - not rated | 1,788 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tower Learning Centre 316 Church Street , FY1 3QE | - not rated | 1,826 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hungry Elephant | 234 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 545 yd | |
| No10 Ale House | 258 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 555 yd | |
| The Cottage | 31 Newhouse Road, Blackpool | 582 yd | |
| Anita's Ice Cream Parlour - Blackpool Model Village | Blackpool Model Village, East Park Drive, Blackpool | 624 yd | |
| Phil's Coffee Shop | 420 Waterloo Road, Blackpool | 778 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarence Hotel | 88 Preston New Road, Blackpool | 395 yd | |
| Boars Head | 38 Preston Old Road, Blackpool | 426 yd | |
| Mere Park | Preston Old Road, Blackpool | 537 yd | |
| Saddle Inn | 286 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 571 yd | |
| Subscription Bowling Club | Somerset Avenue, Blackpool | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Wall | 61 St Leonards Road, Blackpool | 220 yd | |
| Preston Old Rd Chippy | 187 Preston Old Road, Blackpool | 461 yd | |
| Saddle Chippy | 282 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 545 yd | |
| Munch box | 278 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 545 yd | |
| Papa John's Pizza | 252 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 545 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 7 Welbeck Avenue, Blackpool | 1,069 yd | |
| Asda | 1 Welbeck Avenue, Blackpool | 1,069 yd | |
| ASDA | 160 Cherry Tree Road, Blackpool | 1,083 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stanley Park EAST PARK DRIVE | cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 558 yd |
| St John Vianneys Catholic Primary School GLASTONBURY AVENUE | grass pitches | 614 yd |
| Lawsons Road (Closed) Lawson Road | grass pitches | 739 yd |
| Blackpool Sports Centre WEST PARK DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, health and fitness suite | 810 yd |
| Baines Endowed School Sports Hall PENROSE AVENUE | 892 yd | |
| Stanley Primary School WORDSWORTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 978 yd |
| Village Hotels (Blackpool) EAST PARK DRIVE | golf, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,005 yd |
| Yorkies Gym (Closed) Dover Court | health and fitness suite | 1,045 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.